Best part of week:Finally got to begin shopping for Baby A’s room, put up crib (yes it came! Will post pics soon!), got a hair cut (haven’t had one since October!), and celebrating the Mr.’s 24th Birthday.

Feel anything in there?I can’t EXPLAIN how much movement I have felt AND seen lately.He is a bony little guy…and sometimes he even makes ME jump from the movement

Gives me the Creeps:coffee…:,(

I miss:Sleeping on my belly, Diet Pepsi’s, coffee.Adding a new one to the list: hair color…my hair would feel so much better with some color on it…you better believe I’ll be springing for that in April!

Friday, January 25, 2013

Favorite accessory/piece of clothing:I don’t really have one this week!Always wear a watch, my wedding ring, and fake diamond studs when I’m lazy with dressing up…so I guess they would be considered my favorite this week.

Body woes:Breathing is getting harder and lower pressure has made it’s way back into my life (Feeling very thankful for the second trimester…it was a great break from some of thisJ)

Best part of week:We had some prayers answered this week…don’t know what we would do without God’s provision

Feel anything in there?YepJAnd I love it…but I do feel like I am going to pop (see above) because he wiggles around so much!

Gives me the Creeps:coffee…but I have finally found an alternative: dragon fruit green tea…yum yum yum

I miss:Sleeping on my belly, Diet Pepsi’s, coffee

Zzzzz Pattern: Good besides frequent trips to the “John” J

Gender:Little ManJ

Belly Button Metamorphasis:Outie

I’m Craving:Fruit and anything sour and sweet

Working Out Regimen:Still doing the fit sugar videos about 20 minutes a night.

Mood (s):HappyJ

I can’t wait for:Dr.’s Appt Feb 4.,Decorating Baby A’s room, My hubby’s bday, the crib (it was on it’s way today but it fell of the back of the truck…back to square one)

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Happy Tuesday everyone! Life is pretty mellow this week...just working hard on earning all my hours, going to class, awaiting a crib (yes it's supposed to be here this week!), and loving my little family. Here are some pics from throughout the week:)

Penny hijacking the Snoogle (She and Cade are always sneaking it away from me.)

Best part of week:Making it through the first week of school!And finding my masters project client (something I thought was going to be impossible!)

Feel anything in there?Can we change this to see anything in there?You can even see him move through my clothes! HeheheheJ

Gives me the Creeps:yep…still coffee…I just make a cup and sit it next to me for comfort lol

I miss:Sleeping on my belly, Diet Pepsi’s, coffee

Zzzzz Pattern: The past two nights have been okay, but this is what I mean by the pregnancy slum.Some nights I have really bad heartburn and it is SO hard to sleep:/At least I am almost there!

Gender:Little ManJ

Belly Button Metamorphasis:Outie

I’m Craving:Still Fruit and anything sour and sweet

Working Out Regimen:In LOVE with fit sugar pregnancy workout videos…great short workouts…I can do 2 in 20 minutes and be sore the next morning.I have worked out about 4 days this week. This helps me sleep better too!

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Is it just me or do most people who see a pregnant woman feel like they get a free pass to freely giving out daily commentary about her body or appearance???Ever since I got pregnant, I have found that to be the main conversation when people see me. Talk about SELF CONSCIOUS! Geez! Most people say nice things but today I had a nurse say, "Well you don't look pregnant today, but Monday you REALLY looked pregnant. It's gotta be that black, it's amazing what that black does for you."...YEAH...Okay...VERY interesting how people focus on this part of pregnancy when there is so much more positive and fun things to highlight and chat about!Anyways! Back to the important stuff...6 Month Favorites! The Month of December was so fun and refreshing. In fact, I think it was my best month yet...but January...yes, she has brought lots of sickness, exhaustion, and sleepless nights. Welcome to the third trimester I guess??? Here are my favorite things that made my 6th month of pregnancy fabulous:)...

Snoogle: OKAY. This is the most amazing thing ever and I wish I would have splurged on it from the beginning. (Thank you Caitlan) I have been able to catch some amazing zzz's since this miracle pillow came into my life-and I forsee it being in our bed for life (Lol)! Even the Mr. and Penny try to hijack it everytime I take a potty break or wake up to get ready. IT IS AN ESSENTIAL!

Gap Maternity T:I only have the black one, and this is the only piece of maternity clothes I own...but I love it. The material is so soft and comfortable and it is a very long shirt that I can continue to wear after baby! They are only 9.99 too!

Sitting Side Stretch: Okay...I guess this is kinda weird cuz it isn't really an "item" you can buy, but even better...it's free! This side stretch feels amazing at the end of any day! Try it for yourself!:)

Russian Tea: My nana has kept me stocked with this stuff (especially when I recently had an episode of the sniffles). It is a great alternative to coffee (you get the hot drink to sip on without the cream and stiffness), and it has orange juice in it so you get your vitamin C!

Sperry's: I have had Sperry's in the past, but my "other mom and dad" (aka In laws) got this pretty pair for me this Christmas and I can't seem to make myself wear any other shoes to my clinical placement at the nursing home. They are so comfortable and supportive and keep me going with fresh feet all 9 hours that I'm there (and we walk A LOT)!

Fit Sugar Pregnancy Fitness Videos: I am IN LOVE with these workout videos (they can be found on youtube). They give a modified workout with weight training without being too easy...JUST what I have been looking for! I kept waiting around to buy Tracy Anderson's Pregnancy Project for this phase of pregnancy, but 50 bucks is a lot to shell out when you are two months away from baby. These are an awesome substitute! I really feel like I have worked out, and have the assurance that I am doing everything "safely!"

Well that's it for today, I'll get a bump update posted tomorrow or Friday:)

Saturday, January 12, 2013

I've been pretty slack on blogging about style and fashion. I really want to change that! No I don't know it all (or maybe even a portion) but I don't claim to! All I know is my own style and I want to write about it and the things that inspire me as it changes over time. Style is something I love to experiment with and learn about-it's almost like art...I kinda like to think of it as that. I love to look at EVEN study style (I know DORK...) I just think it's fun to see how we all can piece things together differently or visualize outfits in different ways. I mean we have to wear clothes...so why not be creative with it, have fun, and love getting dressed everyday?

I figured I would start blogging about style by throwing together a couple of pictures that have inspired me as I try to dress "the bump." No it's not been easy...in fact-I find it challenging. BUT I have embraced that challenge and have had a blast figuring out how to still be put together without having to splurge on maternity clothes. I am thinking (and don't hold me to it because I can't make big promises right now with my crazy schedule!) that I will try to "journal" a couple of outfits to share every Saturday. Maybe...just maybe.

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

This is Week #:28 Weeks (3rd Trimester!The Third AND FINAL…can’t believe it)

Total Weight Gain:10 lbs

What I am wearing:This week? Well I started my internship so I am wearing my black shirts and khaki’s until I run out and then anything that is comfortable and “work saavy…” ;)

Favorite accessory/piece of clothing:I would have to say the belly band this week…nope not glamorous at all but it allows me to wear my old pants and be comfortable!

Body woes:WHOA…you really want to know?Well if a visit to the hospital this weekend tells ya anything than there ya go!I have had a lot of pain and pressure in my lower abdomen. Once we called the doc, they thought it might be preterm labor...after an hour and a half drive later and a 40 minute eval it turns out I am just carrying this little guy so low that it is creating a lot of pressure and discomfort SO…I am now anticipating the arrival of a lovely support belt.

Best part of week:Successfully completing my goal clinical hours…loving my placementJMakes me feel much better to know that this IS going to be possible to earn my hours!

Feel anything in there?Cade even got to feel him this week!It was great to finally prove that I am NOT a liar like Baby A tries to make me out to be when his daddy tries to feel him move.

Gives me the Creeps:coffee:/ (AND I NEED WANT IT SO BAD)

I miss:not feeling like I am carrying around a rock in my belly…lol BUT it is so worth itJ

Zzzzz Pattern: AMAZING…my sweet M.I.L and S.I.L got a SNOOGLE for me to sleep with…this is ESSENTIAL for a good nights sleep!

Gender:Little ManJ

Belly Button Metamorphasis:Outie

I’m Craving:Fruit, Anything sour and sweet (sadly)

Working Out Regimen:UMMMM one day so far…which makes me a total slacker!But for the most part, we walk like mad women at my clinical placement so that is working in my favor.

Mood (s):JFeeling very blessed and excited.

I can’t wait for:Decorating Baby A’s room, My hubby’s bday, MARCH 27

This Week, Baby A is the size of a:

An amusement park churro!

Just FYI...Since I have started back to clinic and school...posts will probably be cut down a bit so expect 2-3 a week! ;) Gotta pace myself with everything!